AFOLU Senior Project Manager (m/f/d)

Festanstellung, Voll- oder Teilzeit · Germany, Germany (Nordrhein-Westfalen)

Your responsibilities

Role Overview:

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality AFOLU carbon projects that contribute to climate mitigation and sustainable land use. Working at the intersection of science, project management, and stakeholder collaboration, you will take ownership of complex projects from early development through to carbon credit issuance - while continuously strengthening quality, integrity, and impact.

Key Responsibilites:

You manage the development and implementation of AFOLU carbon projects, including afforestation, reforestation, and improved forest management.
You conduct feasibility studies, baseline assessments, and carbon impact analyses to evaluate project viability.
You prepare and maintain Project Design Documents (PDDs) in line with Verra VCS, Gold Standard, and/or CAR methodologies, with a primary focus on Verra VCS and Gold Standard.
You coordinate validation and verification processes with Validation & Verification Bodies (VVBs) and other third-party auditors.
You manage project timelines, budgets, milestones, and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects.
You design, implement, and oversee Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems, including carbon accounting and additionality assessments.
You coordinate with local communities, landowners, government authorities, and project partners to ensure effective stakeholder engagement and compliance.
You ensure compliance with environmental and social safeguards and support stakeholder consultation and benefit-sharing processes.
You support the continuous improvement of project quality and carbon credit integrity in line with evolving standards, regulations, and best practices.

Your profile

You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Agriculture, Climate Science, or a related field.
You have at least 5 years of professional experience in AFOLU carbon project development and management.
You have a proven track record of delivering carbon projects from early-stage development through to credit issuance.
You have hands-on experience with at least one carbon standard (Verra VCS, Gold Standard, or Climate Action Reserve).
You demonstrate a strong understanding of carbon markets and greenhouse gas accounting methodologies in the AFOLU sector.
You have experience with MRV systems, validation, and verification processes.
You have working knowledge of GIS tools, remote sensing, and field-based monitoring approaches.
You bring strong project management skills and can manage multiple projects simultaneously.
You communicate fluently in English and are experienced in engaging diverse stakeholder groups.

What we offer

The opportunity to apply deep expertise to high-impact climate and nature projects with real, measurable outcomes.
A purpose-driven role in a mission-oriented organization committed to long-term sustainability and integrity.
High degree of autonomy and ownership within your area of expertise, with trust in senior judgment.
The chance to shape and refine approaches, methodologies and solutions in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.
Close collaboration with a dedicated, international team driven by shared values and ambition.
A culture that values substance over hierarchy, and thoughtful, well-grounded decision-making.
Flexible working arrangements that support focus, balance and wellbeing.

OUR MISSION:

We let values GROW:

we grow well financed, managed and monitored forests and ecosystems
we grow long-term alliances with project stakeholders and clients
we grow financial mechanisms and payment for ecosystem services to scale and improve projects
we grow transparency and traceability through robust carbon standards, digital solutions, and earth observation technologie
we grow the competency of our team by trainings, education and onboarding world leading experts

We create positive impact on our CLIMATE:

we partner with implementation organizations, international investors and development banks to develop the most robust climate projects
we help industry clients to account and manage their greenhouse emissions
we monitor, report and verify impact and results of performance indicators
we create climate solutions that are based on scientific research
we initiate transformation to fight climate change and to achieve carbon targets

We take ACTION:

we mobilize finance for ecosystem services and develop new integrated value chains together with local stakeholders
we use nature to build robust and proven carbon sinks by applying internationally recognized carbon standards and methodologies
we turn carbon reduction plans into concrete action, and projects
we think new ways and combine proven nature-based solutions with innovative financial mechanisms and state-of-the-art technology
we unlock new climate action project types and promote developing of new methodologies for carbon sinks

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About us

FORLIANCE initiates, finances, creates and manages robust nature- based climate projects and integrates them into sustain-ability strategies with our clients to achieve their Net Zero Carbon targets. Together with our global partners, and our 50+ team members in ten countries, we strive to create intact forests and ecosystems that positively impact our climate, biodiversity and human well-being. We offer companies effective solutions for climate protection by developing individual climate protection strategies.

Ihre Aufgaben

Role Overview:

Key Responsibilites:

You manage the development and implementation of AFOLU carbon projects, including afforestation, reforestation, and improved forest management.
You conduct feasibility studies, baseline assessments, and carbon impact analyses to evaluate project viability.
You prepare and maintain Project Design Documents (PDDs) in line with Verra VCS, Gold Standard, and/or CAR methodologies, with a primary focus on Verra VCS and Gold Standard.
You coordinate validation and verification processes with Validation & Verification Bodies (VVBs) and other third-party auditors.
You manage project timelines, budgets, milestones, and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects.
You design, implement, and oversee Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems, including carbon accounting and additionality assessments.
You coordinate with local communities, landowners, government authorities, and project partners to ensure effective stakeholder engagement and compliance.
You ensure compliance with environmental and social safeguards and support stakeholder consultation and benefit-sharing processes.
You support the continuous improvement of project quality and carbon credit integrity in line with evolving standards, regulations, and best practices.

Ihr Profil

You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Agriculture, Climate Science, or a related field.
You have at least 5 years of professional experience in AFOLU carbon project development and management.
You have a proven track record of delivering carbon projects from early-stage development through to credit issuance.
You have hands-on experience with at least one carbon standard (Verra VCS, Gold Standard, or Climate Action Reserve).
You demonstrate a strong understanding of carbon markets and greenhouse gas accounting methodologies in the AFOLU sector.
You have experience with MRV systems, validation, and verification processes.
You have working knowledge of GIS tools, remote sensing, and field-based monitoring approaches.
You bring strong project management skills and can manage multiple projects simultaneously.
You communicate fluently in English and are experienced in engaging diverse stakeholder groups.

Was wir anbieten

The opportunity to apply deep expertise to high-impact climate and nature projects with real, measurable outcomes.
A purpose-driven role in a mission-oriented organization committed to long-term sustainability and integrity.
High degree of autonomy and ownership within your area of expertise, with trust in senior judgment.
The chance to shape and refine approaches, methodologies and solutions in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.
Close collaboration with a dedicated, international team driven by shared values and ambition.
A culture that values substance over hierarchy, and thoughtful, well-grounded decision-making.
Flexible working arrangements that support focus, balance and wellbeing.

UNSERE MISSION:

We let values GROW:

we grow well financed, managed and monitored forests and ecosystems
we grow long-term alliances with project stakeholders and clients
we grow financial mechanisms and payment for ecosystem services to scale and improve projects
we grow transparency and traceability through robust carbon standards, digital solutions, and earth observation technologie
we grow the competency of our team by trainings, education and onboarding world leading experts

We create positive impact on our CLIMATE:

we partner with implementation organizations, international investors and development banks to develop the most robust climate projects
we help industry clients to account and manage their greenhouse emissions
we monitor, report and verify impact and results of performance indicators
we create climate solutions that are based on scientific research
we initiate transformation to fight climate change and to achieve carbon targets

We take ACTION:

we mobilize finance for ecosystem services and develop new integrated value chains together with local stakeholders
we use nature to build robust and proven carbon sinks by applying internationally recognized carbon standards and methodologies
we turn carbon reduction plans into concrete action, and projects
we think new ways and combine proven nature-based solutions with innovative financial mechanisms and state-of-the-art technology
we unlock new climate action project types and promote developing of new methodologies for carbon sinks

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Über uns

FORLIANCE initiiert, finanziert, implementiert und managt naturbasierte Klimaschutzprojekte. Gemeinsam mit unseren internationalen Partner:innen und über 55 Teammitgliedern in zehn Ländern streben wir danach, intakte Wälder und Ökosysteme zu schaffen, die sich positiv auf das Klima, die Biodiversität und die Lebensqualität der involvierten Bevölkerung auswirken.
Wir bieten Unternehmen erfolgreiche Lösungen für den Klimaschutz. Hierzu entwickelt unser Beratungsteam gemeinsam mit den Unternehmen individuelle Klimaschutzstrategien. Diese Strategien beinhalten, Treibhausgas-Emissionen der Unternehmen zu berechnen, zu reduzieren und CO2-Emissionen durch zertifizierte Klimaschutzprojekte auszugleichen.

Tus tareas

Role Overview:

Key Responsibilites:

You manage the development and implementation of AFOLU carbon projects, including afforestation, reforestation, and improved forest management.
You conduct feasibility studies, baseline assessments, and carbon impact analyses to evaluate project viability.
You prepare and maintain Project Design Documents (PDDs) in line with Verra VCS, Gold Standard, and/or CAR methodologies, with a primary focus on Verra VCS and Gold Standard.
You coordinate validation and verification processes with Validation & Verification Bodies (VVBs) and other third-party auditors.
You manage project timelines, budgets, milestones, and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects.
You design, implement, and oversee Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems, including carbon accounting and additionality assessments.
You coordinate with local communities, landowners, government authorities, and project partners to ensure effective stakeholder engagement and compliance.
You ensure compliance with environmental and social safeguards and support stakeholder consultation and benefit-sharing processes.
You support the continuous improvement of project quality and carbon credit integrity in line with evolving standards, regulations, and best practices.

Tu perfil

You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Agriculture, Climate Science, or a related field.
You have at least 5 years of professional experience in AFOLU carbon project development and management.
You have a proven track record of delivering carbon projects from early-stage development through to credit issuance.
You have hands-on experience with at least one carbon standard (Verra VCS, Gold Standard, or Climate Action Reserve).
You demonstrate a strong understanding of carbon markets and greenhouse gas accounting methodologies in the AFOLU sector.
You have experience with MRV systems, validation, and verification processes.
You have working knowledge of GIS tools, remote sensing, and field-based monitoring approaches.
You bring strong project management skills and can manage multiple projects simultaneously.
You communicate fluently in English and are experienced in engaging diverse stakeholder groups.

Qué ofrecemos

The opportunity to apply deep expertise to high-impact climate and nature projects with real, measurable outcomes.
A purpose-driven role in a mission-oriented organization committed to long-term sustainability and integrity.
High degree of autonomy and ownership within your area of expertise, with trust in senior judgment.
The chance to shape and refine approaches, methodologies and solutions in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.
Close collaboration with a dedicated, international team driven by shared values and ambition.
A culture that values substance over hierarchy, and thoughtful, well-grounded decision-making.
Flexible working arrangements that support focus, balance and wellbeing.

NUESTRA MISIÓN:

We let values GROW:

we grow well financed, managed and monitored forests and ecosystems
we grow long-term alliances with project stakeholders and clients
we grow financial mechanisms and payment for ecosystem services to scale and improve projects
we grow transparency and traceability through robust carbon standards, digital solutions, and earth observation technologie
we grow the competency of our team by trainings, education and onboarding world leading experts

We create positive impact on our CLIMATE:

we partner with implementation organizations, international investors and development banks to develop the most robust climate projects
we help industry clients to account and manage their greenhouse emissions
we monitor, report and verify impact and results of performance indicators
we create climate solutions that are based on scientific research
we initiate transformation to fight climate change and to achieve carbon targets

We take ACTION:

we mobilize finance for ecosystem services and develop new integrated value chains together with local stakeholders
we use nature to build robust and proven carbon sinks by applying internationally recognized carbon standards and methodologies
we turn carbon reduction plans into concrete action, and projects
we think new ways and combine proven nature-based solutions with innovative financial mechanisms and state-of-the-art technology
we unlock new climate action project types and promote developing of new methodologies for carbon sinks

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¿Quiénes somos?

FORLIANCE inicia, financia, crea y gestiona proyectos climáticos sólidos basados en la naturaleza, integrándolos en estrategias de sostenibilidad junto con nuestros clientes para alcanzar sus objetivos de carbono neto cero.
Junto con nuestros socios globales y nuestros más de 50 miembros del equipo en diez países, nos esforzamos por crear bosques y ecosistemas intactos que impacten positivamente en nuestro clima, la biodiversidad y el bienestar humano.
Ofrecemos a las empresas soluciones eficaces para la protección del clima mediante el desarrollo de estrategias individuales de protección climática.

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